Algerian election: Bouteflika votes in wheelchair

The image that has dominated social media of today's Algerian election is ailing President Abdelaziz Bouteflika casting his vote in a wheelchair. Derision of the president on social media is widespread, showing a changing media landscape where young people are increasingly free to express their discontent publicly. Also, an Iranian man is pardoned moments before his public execution.

He’s an Irish journalist with a background in law. He also holds a Masters in Conflict and Security Studies from Sciences Po Paris. His special interests are online media as well as French politics.

EMMA JAMESMedia Correspondent

Emma James is a British TV and radio journalist. As well as presenting and reporting for the BBC and ITV, Emma also spent a year making programmes about equestrianism! She's a staunch Stade Francais rugby fan and doting beagle owner.